The Centeno-Schultz Blog

The multifidus muscle is an important stabilizer of the lumbar spine. Dr. Schultz discusses what the multifidus muscle is, its importance, what muscle atrophy is, the association between multifidus atrophy and low back pain, and a new, exciting study at the Centeno-Schultz Clinic using PRP injections.

A herniated disc can stop you in your tracks. Dr. Schultz reviews what a disc herniation is, how it is diagnosed, whether it can heal on its own, current treatments, and a natural way to treat a herniated disc.

Dr. Pitts discusses PRP for Herniated Disc, Disc Bulge, and Disc Protrusion Transcript Hello, everybody. This is Dr. John Pitts of the Centeno-Schultz Clinic, where we are the leaders and inventors of much of the field of interventional orthopedics, which is basically treating and diagnosing musculoskeletal, orthopedic-type problems using injections and regenerative agents rather than … Continued

Scoliosis is a 3-dimensional spinal deformity that involves curvature of the spine. Our guest, Dr, Chris Gubbels, with advanced certification in Chiropractor Biophysics discusses non-surgical treatment options for scoliosis.

Spinal fusion is a major surgery where one or more of the spinal bones are fused together using screws, bolts, and plates. Dr. Schultz discusses spinal fusion complications long term and a novel approach to avoid fusion surgery.

Laminectomy is a spine surgery that removes the lamina and is intended to reduce ongoing low back pain. Dr. Schultz discusses, "What is Postlaminectomy Syndrome?", and the best treatment options.

Stem cell therapy for low back varies significantly. Dr. Schultz provides 4 important questions that can help you identify the best physician for you and your loved ones.

Dr. Deitch and Dr. Chris Centeno discuss what to do when your back surgery is cancelled, why it’s important, and what that means for you.   Transcription Dr. Jason Deitch Privileged, of course, with being with Dr. Chris Centeno from Centeno-Schultz,  Regenexx practice in Colorado. Dr. Centeno. Great to be with you here today.   … Continued

Transcript Hi, It’s Dr. Centeno. And this is part of a bigger series on what you can do at home to understand why your back hurts. And today we’re going to focus on nerve problems. So, if you’re stuck at home, what can you do to figure out what’s going on with your back? Healthcare … Continued

Back pain years after spinal fusion surgery? What causes spinal fusion complications years later? A failed lumbar fusion? Since I see this problem almost every day in the clinic, there are some big categories of issues you should know about. Let’s dig in. What is Lumbar Fusion? Lumbar fusion means that you take a part … Continued